pick on

Example Sentences

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That doesn’t mean Stafford was thrilled about general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay spending a first-round pick on his heir apparent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“A.J. is a member of the Eagles,” Roseman said after using a first-round pick on USC wide receiver Makai Lemon in April.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Barron’s made Quanta Services a top stock pick on Oct.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

I am going to have to pick on liberal arts majors.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

“Tobias Thornton, why do you always pick on me?”

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh